October 4, By Jackie Strawbridge
A patchwork of street cleaners and maintenance crews are working in and around Astoria Park as part of an effort to tidy up the wider neighborhood.
The workers are sweeping the sidewalks, emptying the trash and landscaping the park.…
October 2, By Jackie Strawbridge
After moving into the former site of the Buon Appetit Deli, a new restaurant with a gastropub vibe is slated to open next week.
The restaurant is called the Pomeroy and is located at 36-12 Ditmars Blvd.…
October 2, By Jackie Strawbridge
A plan to put curb extensions at Newtown Avenue will finally kick off this fall, according to the Department of Design and Construction.
Curb extensions are intended to increase pedestrian safety by reducing crossing distances between streets.…
October 1, By Jackie Strawbridge
A marathon of contemporary Greek movies kicks off at the Museum of the Moving Image this weekend for the ninth annual New York City Greek Film Festival.
The festival’s mission is to solidify a place for Greek films in New York City culture.…
October 1, By Jackie Strawbridge
After being obscured by graffiti, a commemorative sign to a tragedy on the East River at Astoria Park has been replaced by the Parks Department.
The sign tells the story of the General Slocum disaster,…
September 30, By Jackie Strawbridge
A local sports bar and music venue combo is for sale in Astoria.
The Shillelagh Tavern, located 47-22 30th Ave., is on the market for $185,000 with 11 years on the lease, according to Metropolis Realty broker Ted Kouris.…
Sept. 29, By Jackie Strawbridge
Developers are planning a seven-story residence with about 90 apartments, on an industrial corner of the Kaufman Arts District.
The residence is slated for 37-19 32nd St., currently occupied by a squat brick and concrete building.…
Sept. 29, By Jackie Strawbridge
Subway masturbators will face harsher sentences starting in November, now that a new law has been signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Currently, first-time offenders who subject another person to sexual contact on public transit can receive a maximum sentence of ninety days in prison or one year of probation.…
Sept. 28, By Jackie Strawbridge
The Michelin Guide released its 2016 “Bib Gourmand” picks last week, including three local restaurants.
For the Bib Gourmand, restaurants are evaluated for excellence on a budget (defined as two courses and wine or dessert for $40 a head).…
Sept. 28, Staff Report
A 26-year-old man was shot dead outside a Steinway Street Hookah bar in the early hours Monday, according to police.
The shooting took place in front of 25-86 Steinway Street at about 4:00 am this morning.…